"Can we please use your bathroom?"

[Old Islander]

You're stopped on a remote highway that's been closed for the past hour. People approach your window asking if they can use your RV bathroom. What do you do?
We had it happen in the winter in the middle of BCs Coquihalla Highway (aka "Highway Thru Hell"). We had so much equipment piled in the camper that the bathroom door was not accessible. We couldn't get into it either, without hauling a bunch of stuff out of the way. We explained this, but we could tell people were PO'd at us and didn't believe it.
If this has been discussed to death elsewhere, I'll remove this.

 

[d23haynes57]

You're stopped on a remote highway that's been closed for the past hour. People approach your window asking if they can use your RV bathroom. What do you do?
We had it happen in the winter in the middle of BCs Coquihalla Highway (aka "Highway Thru Hell"). We had so much equipment piled in the camper that the bathroom door was not accessible. We couldn't get into it either, without hauling a bunch of stuff out of the way. We explained this, but we could tell people were PO'd at us and didn't believe it.
If this has been discussed to death elsewhere, I'll remove this.

I think you have two issues. First of course is with strangers in your home, even if only for a few minutes. That is a solid fear and defensive response. Also, in those traffic situations, once you start, how many before it stops. Sorry, no! is valid.
Next problem is having the rig be used for moving and storage. Had those situations be it family, holiday gifts, whatever having the rig filled except for the needed seats. Even as I now travel solo, except for some clothes on the bed and laptop bag on the couch everything is put in a cabinet, closet, or basement. I pull into the rest area and the rig is mine, everything readily available and clear for me to do whatever I want. No way would my rest room be blocked as often that is a major justification to own the rig.

 

[GypsyR]

I discussed this with my wife after seeing some some discussion of it elsewhere. I went with her opinion, women and children. Mostly. Maybe a bit of case-by-case with the guys.

We had a situation near us where people were stuck on the interstate for hours and hours and it was pretty hot out. She said if we were in the position she'd be giving out water, drinks, snacks, etc too. We could always restock. I agreed.

All that said, we are weekenders, not much interesting in our bathroom. Some folks who full time can make a fair case that they have their medications and such in there as reason for restricting entry.

I'd certainly prefer people not to use my bathroom if I had no water onboard but if we had to we had to I guess. Went through that with some grandkids. Since then I ALWAYS carry water.

 

[Phillbo]

I'm sorry, no.

You will have a line forming if you allow one person to use it. Like ants.

 

[team bradfield]

we have 2 dogs, no way would they allow it

 

[d23haynes57]

I discussed this with my wife after seeing some some discussion of it elsewhere. I went with her opinion, women and children. Mostly. Maybe a bit of case-by-case with the guys.

We had a situation near us where people were stuck on the interstate for hours and hours and it was pretty hot out. She said if we were in the position she'd be giving out water, drinks, snacks, etc too. We could always restock. I agreed.

All that said, we are weekenders, not much interesting in our bathroom. Some folks who full time can make a fair case that they have their medications and such in there as reason for restricting entry.

I'd certainly prefer people not to use my bathroom if I had no water onboard but if we had to we had to I guess. Went through that with some grandkids. Since then I ALWAYS carry water.

Again, I think it is comfort and feeling safe thing. I use my rig frequently for entertaining. Concerts, spring events, tailgating etc. So, a bit used to different people. My meds are kept in a single bag, and I never have any serious amount of cash with me. Nothing to steal. Another reason for keeping things tidy, ready for company. But still if a person is not comfortable, they should not feel guilty saying no.

 

[JBright11]

Call me callous if you will, but it's a hard no for us.
Invited guests and family are the only exceptions, and they use the 1/2 bath.

 

[Rosy]

Easy no for us as we don't travel with water in the trailer.

 

[Boat Bum]

 

[Rollin Ollen]

You're stopped on a remote highway that's been closed for the past hour. People approach your window asking if they can use your RV bathroom. What do you do?
We had it happen in the winter in the middle of BCs Coquihalla Highway (aka "Highway Thru Hell"). We had so much equipment piled in the camper that the bathroom door was not accessible. We couldn't get into it either, without hauling a bunch of stuff out of the way. We explained this, but we could tell people were PO'd at us and didn't believe it.
If this has been discussed to death elsewhere, I'll remove this.

I just read about a similar situation on the Sea to sky highway (from Vancouver BC to Whistler BC). Drivers were trapped with no where to go for 12 hours because of a fatal motorcycle crash. Normally a 1.5 hour drive. Folks did not pack extra water, food, blankets etc. No way I would have let the first person in because the line would never end. My reply would have been that we did not have any on board water.

Secondly, How can police and emergency responders justify closing a busy highway for 12 hours??

Fatal crash on notorious B.C. highway traps travellers for hours, prompting calls for change

Thousands of travellers were stranded overnight on one of British Columbia’s most notorious highways Sunday, prompting demands for safety improvements and an evacuation strategy.

www.ctvnews.ca

 

[Kevin D Pem]

I think of a saying " does a bear •••".
If you want to help, carry a shovel.

 

[Texas Clodhopper]

no